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TTS Talking Early Years

Episode 16: Fostering a love for sustainability in the Early Years with Cheryl Hadland

Mar 29, 2023
Cheryl Hadland, Managing Director at Tops Day Nurseries, shares tips on fostering a love for sustainability in Early Years education. She discusses practical ways to create a sustainable learning environment, teaching children about the benefits of environmental activities, and the importance of role modeling sustainable behaviors. Cheryl also emphasizes the significance of teaching children about the environment, habitats, and developing empathy for wildlife.
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  • Engaging children in positive, practical actions fosters a genuine love and understanding of sustainability.
  • Linking sustainability practices to children's daily experiences helps them grasp the relevance and significance of these actions to their own lives.

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Pitching sustainability to children in a positive and practical way

When teaching young children about sustainability, it's important to pitch the concept at their level in a positive and practical manner. Instead of focusing on scary or negative aspects like the dangers of polluting, it is more effective to engage children by encouraging them to take small, positive actions. This can include activities like planting, picking up trash, and sorting recyclables. By emphasizing the pride and impact of these actions, children can develop a genuine love and understanding of sustainability.

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